A Dirty Carnival (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 2006, A Dirty Carnival is an action, drama and crime film directed by Yoo Ha, running about 141 minutes.

What it’s about. Byung-du is a 29-year-old career criminal, working for the middle-rank enforcer Sang-chul. Burdened with a terminally ill mother and taking care of younger siblings, Byung-du is feeling financial pressure as a substitute patriarch. When the big boss President Hwang is cornered by a corrupt prosecutor, Byung-du volunteers for a whack job and wins the big man's trust.

Who’s in it. A Dirty Carnival stars Zo In-sung as Kim Byung-doo, Cheon Ho-jin as President Hwang, Lee Bo-young as Hyun-Joo and Namkoong Min as Nam Min-ho, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, A Dirty Carnival has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Dirty Carnival page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Dirty Carnival tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch A Dirty Carnival (2006)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Dirty Carnival change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is A Dirty Carnival worth watching?
A Dirty Carnival holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in A Dirty Carnival?
A Dirty Carnival stars Zo In-sung, Cheon Ho-jin, Lee Bo-young, Namkoong Min and Jin Goo.
When was A Dirty Carnival released?
A Dirty Carnival was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 141 minutes.